Best forest trails in Marl
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Marl with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.5 (21)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis relaxed route leads through the green northern district of Marl in the heart of the Ruhr area. The path explores the historic grounds surrounding the former moated castle Burg Loe (today often referred to as "Burg Marl"), following a combination of level park trails, reinforced forest paths, and quiet residential streets. A central highlight is the historic castle area with its moats, forming a peaceful oasis in the middle of this industrially shaped region. The route is flat throughout...
- 4.5 (8)·Easy·6.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic and varied hiking and running trail in the Haardt, North Rhine-Westphalia. The hike leads from the car park straight into the beautiful shady forest. The Brinksknapp is a charming little delicacy. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Pretty natural landscapes - Through Hohe Mark Nature Park - Brinksknapp
- 4.4 (9)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. The LandStreifer "Haard an der Grenze" circular trail promises a varied and relaxing hiking experience. The route can be started at the hiking car park at "Mutter Wehner", for example. Most of the time you walk through the forest, circling the Haardsee lake and the Brinksknapp nature reserve, but there is also a longer section along the edge of the forest. Highlights of the hike: - nice rest stops - Several...
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·10.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe Roman trail runs through the western Haard. It starts from the Haidberg forester's lodge car park. The trail first leads through open terrain and then into the forest. After approx. 2.5 km you reach the Römerweg. After approx. 6.1 km, you leave the Römerweg and return along forest paths past the Haard Clinic towards the car park. Dogs can run freely on the paths.
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Hohe Mark Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. There are two versions of the "Haidberg: Regional Contrasts" loop trail: the short route (a good 4 km) and the long route suggested here (a good 10 km). As the name of the route promises, you can look forward to a quiet hike, during which you will be introduced to the interesting contrasts between industry and nature. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic forest trails in the Haard - Haidberg - Relics of former industrial...
- 5.0 (5)·Easy·5.6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrRelaxed circular route from Barkenberg, North Rhine-Westphalia The route starts from the Schwalbenstück bus stop in the north of Barkenberg and heads out into the green countryside. The easy route is perfect for a short break from the city. You can expect well-maintained paths along fields and wooded sections. Highlights: - great scenery - Midlicher Mühlenbach
- 3.9 (5)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful circular route through the Frentrop Mark, North Rhine-Westphalia The circular trail leads through the marvellous landscape of the Frentroper Mark on the Wesel-Datteln Canal. The hiking car park on Hervester Straße is the starting and finishing point. There is also a bus stop. Highlights: - Forest landscape of the Fentrop Mark - Wesel-Datteln Canal
- 4.0 (5)·Moderate·17.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrCircular hike in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The loop starts in Brassert and leads anti-clockwise past the leisure park and out of the town. You cross the Wesel-Datteln Canal. If you want to walk a little longer between the canal and the river Lippe, you can walk into the Hervester Bruch as far as the archery centre and then turn back. For a shorter loop, you can turn left before the "Haus Gloe" restaurant (refreshments available), cross the Fentrop bridge and walk back to...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Marl?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Marl is Marl zur Halde Prosper-Haniel. This trail is estimated to be 61.6 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Marl?
Marl: With an ascent of 1,005 m, Marl zur Halde Prosper-Haniel has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Marl zum Wasserschloss Lembeck with 662 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Marl?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Marl is Marl zur Halde Prosper-Haniel with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.